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Infantino pays tribute to Algeria after their qualification for the 2026 World Cup

World Cup 2026: Infantino congratulates Algeria on their qualification

FIFA President Gianni Infantino warmly congratulated the Algerian national team after their official qualification for the 2026 World Cup, which will take place in Canada, the United States, and Mexico. In a message posted on Instagram, the Swiss official praised the "Fennecs" for their achievement and highlighted their rich legacy on the global stage. He recalled their memorable run at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, marked by their historic victory over South Korea and their advancement to the round of 16,

Infantino also stressed the importance of this return to the top:

He considered this qualification to be

Finally, the FIFA president extended his best wishes to Algeria for the next edition of the World Cup, stating that the Greens "are a great source of pride for Africa and the Arab world" and that "new pages of glory await them in 2026."